Palm Beach County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Palm Beach County, Florida has 4995 food establishments with 66,181 inspections on record. 127 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 83.6%, below the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 3.8 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Marco's Pizza #8477 in Lake Worth, shut down June 18, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.

Largest fine: $6,000 assessed to La Granja Restaurant in West Palm Beach on September 4, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.

4,995Facilities
66,155Total Inspections
127Closures 2026
83.6%Pass Rate
3.8Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessCityInspectionsViolationsClosures
Le Bon Gout Restaurant LLC Lake Worth53 407 7
Blue Anchor Delray Beach61 406 7
Le Berger Restaurant LLC Lake Worth47 285 6
Villagio at Boca Boca Raton47 203 6
Singing Bamboo West Palm Beach37 306 5

Palm Beach County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Palm Beach County 83.6% Pass Rate 83.6%
Florida Average 85.9% Pass Rate 85.9%
Palm Beach County 3.8 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.8
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Palm Beach County 2.54 Closures per 100 Facilities 2.54
Florida Average 1.35 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.35

Palm Beach County Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)

DateBusinessCityReason
Marco's Pizza #8477 Lake WorthRodent & fly activity
East Ocean Cafe Boynton BeachRoach activity
Yens Kitchen Lake WorthRoach & fly activity
Cafe De Artistes JupiterRoach activity
Mofongo Candela Lake WorthRoach activity
Brick Alley Tavern Lake WorthRoach & rodent activity
Brass Monkey Sports Bar and Grill Lake WorthRoach & rodent activity
Duffys Sports Grill Palm Beach GardensFly activity
El Riconcito Colombiano Palm SpringsRodent, Roach & Fly activity
Cmx Wellington Cask and Shaker WellingtonRoach & fly activity

Palm Beach County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessCityViolationsResult
Broken Sound Country Club Rest Boca Raton3 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Pool Bistro Boca Raton4 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Chipotle Mexican Grill 1787 Boca Raton5 (3 high) Warning Issued
Out of the Blue Celebrations Jupiter0 Call Back - Complied
Chili's Grill & Bar Palm Springs2 (2 high) Warning Issued
Culver's Jupiter Jupiter1 Call Back - Complied
Belle&maxwells W Palm Beach2 Call Back - Complied
Dennys Rest 9594 Boca Raton0 Call Back - Complied
Rudi's Pizza Boynton Beach6 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ipic Theaters LLC Delray Beach11 (6 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Palm Beach County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Palm Beach County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

4,496Actions on Record
$2,118,185Total Fines
$482Avg Fine
$6,000Largest Fine
1,916Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Sep 4, 2025 La Granja Restaurant $6,000 2--2025033358
Sep 9, 2025 Toojay's Deli $4,500 2--2025042525
May 14, 2026 Sushi Jo Lake Clarke Shores/ Jo Bistro $3,200 2--2026008931
May 27, 2026 India Grill and Bar $3,120 2--2026006893
Sep 4, 2025 La Granja Restaurant $3,000 2--2025053181
Apr 2, 2026 Oli's Fashion Cuisine $2,840 2--2026013168
Aug 14, 2025 Red Crab Juicy Seafood $2,400 2--2025053546
Feb 26, 2026 Hilton Palm Beach Airport $2,400 2--2025073274
Mar 2, 2026 Lemongrass Asian Bistro $2,400 2--2026008938
Mar 30, 2026 Mom's Kitchen $2,400 2--2026014311

Palm Beach County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

1,001Fire Violations
588Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Missing boiler certificate/report 320
Other fire safety violation 195
Exit blocked or locked 161
Fire extinguisher in red zone 118
Cooking without hood suppression 116
Propane tank stored inside building 91

Palm Beach County Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Palm Beach County has 1,773 FDACS-regulated facilities with 3,607 inspections on record and 3,695 stop-sale orders issued.

1,773Retail Facilities
3,607FDACS Inspections
3,695Stop-Sale Orders
288Orders in 2026

Palm Beach County FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityCityProductReason
Vw-publix-0851-191816 LoxahatcheeBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…
Bjs-wholesale-club-INC-0032-259636 Royal Palm BeachBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Name-cbd-american-shaman-397054 Delray BeachBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Certificate of Analysis
Foodtown-0802-308631 West Palm BeachBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe…
Foodtown-0802-308631 West Palm BeachBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro…
Foodtown-0802-308631 West Palm BeachBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro…
Foodtown-0802-308631 West Palm BeachBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Foodtown-0802-308631 West Palm BeachBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Foodtown-0802-308631 West Palm BeachBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Foodtown-0802-308631 West Palm BeachBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling

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Palm Beach County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Palm Beach County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Publix 32 30 875
Starbucks 30 77 1,170
7-Eleven 26 84 2,422
Walgreens 25 1 743
Dunkin 18 13 347
Aldi 17 2 310
Chevron 16 283 1,145
Dollar Tree 14 9 1,084

All Florida retail food chains →

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Palm Beach County: Notable Restaurants

Palm Beach County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 67 2,522 8
McDonalds 49 1,841 6
Subway 43 1,776 3
Taco Bell 26 1,016 0
Wendys 26 1,457 5
Chipotle 25 1,115 4
Burger King 22 1,026 4
Tropical Smoothie 16 506 0
Jersey Mikes 16 976 4
Chick-fil-a 15 529 2

Palm Beach County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Palm Beach County?
Palm Beach County, Florida has 4995 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Palm Beach County?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Palm Beach County is 83.6%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Palm Beach County this year?
127 food establishments in Palm Beach County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Palm Beach County?
The most frequently cited violations in Palm Beach County are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Palm Beach County?
Dunkin has the most locations in Palm Beach County with 67 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Palm Beach County?
Marco's Pizza #8477 in Lake Worth was shut down on June 18, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
How does Palm Beach County compare to the Florida state average?
Palm Beach County has a pass rate of 83.6%, which is 2.3 percentage points below the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 3.8 compared to the state average of 4.66.
How often are restaurants inspected in Palm Beach County?
Food establishments in Palm Beach County have an average of 13.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Palm Beach County been assessed?
Food establishments in Palm Beach County have been assessed $2,118,185 in fines across 4,496 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $482 and the largest single fine was $6,000.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Palm Beach County restaurants?
1,001 fire safety violations have been documented across 588 food establishments in Palm Beach County. The most common issue is missing boiler certificate/report.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Palm Beach County inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Palm Beach County, Florida has 1,773 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 3,607 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Palm Beach County?
FDACS has issued 3,695 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Palm Beach County, including 288 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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